Maputo weather in August (Mozambique)

Curious about the climate in Maputo this August? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

For August, the weather in Maputo is generally perfect, featuring high temperatures and low rainfall. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 26°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 18°C.

Precipitation

Maputo in August usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 18 mm for the month. Expect the least amount of rain this month, providing an excellent opportunity for outdoor activities. Enjoy the freedom of clear skies and dry conditions. Typically around 4 days days of rainfall are expected.

Average sunshine

With around 254 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a prime time to visit Maputo. April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the best circumstances. While January and February tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Maputo climate page with graphs.

 

Maputo, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 18°C  

Max Temperature 26°C  

Chance of Rain 13%  

Precipitation 18 mm  

Rainy days 4 days  

Humidity 71%  

Sunshine 254 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Mozambique in August

Find out more about the weather in Mozambique and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

10/10

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Barbeque

10/10

Camping

10/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

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